Spray Can ／ Kurume City
TL;DR
Spray Can is classified as "Recyclables" in Kurume City.
- 1 Always use up the contents completely (work outdoors in a well-ventilated place with no fire nearby)
- 2 Do not puncture the can, even after releasing the gas (all areas: Kurume, Kitano, Jojima, Mizuma and Tanushimaru)
- 3 Kurume, Jojima and Mizuma areas: put it in the green small-metal/small-appliance collection container set up at your collection point (the container is set out by 7 a.m. on collection day)
- 4 Kitano area: put it out as Small Metals / Small Appliances in the small-metal/small-appliance container (check the collection place and date in the Kitano area garbage calendar (recyclables))
- 5 Tanushimaru area: on the Recyclables collection day (once a month), put it in the dedicated Other Metals collection container at the place and time set for your district
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Recyclables
Pickup Day
Varies by area
See the city's collection calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Spray Can is classified as Recyclables.
Disposal Steps
- Always use up the contents completely (work outdoors in a well-ventilated place with no fire nearby)
- Do not puncture the can, even after releasing the gas (all areas: Kurume, Kitano, Jojima, Mizuma and Tanushimaru)
- Kurume, Jojima and Mizuma areas: put it in the green small-metal/small-appliance collection container set up at your collection point (the container is set out by 7 a.m. on collection day)
- Kitano area: put it out as Small Metals / Small Appliances in the small-metal/small-appliance container (check the collection place and date in the Kitano area garbage calendar (recyclables))
- Tanushimaru area: on the Recyclables collection day (once a month), put it in the dedicated Other Metals collection container at the place and time set for your district
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Improper disposal can cause fires in collection trucks and facilities
- Do not release the gas in a hollow place such as a sink (gas collects there and is dangerous)
- When releasing the gas, turn off nearby cooking flames, and in winter also watch out for static electricity
- Avoid using fire for a while after releasing the gas
Disposal Method Comparison
| Method | Cost | Effort | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal | Low/Free | Medium | Slow |
| Pickup | High | Low | Fast |
| Recycle | Free+ | Medium | Medium |
| Flea market | Free+ | High | Slow |
Official Info & Contact
03Kurume City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Kurume City
Fukuoka
Dept.
Environmental Division
📞 0942-30-9000
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Recyclables
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.kurume.fukuoka.jp
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Last verified: 2026-09-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Kurume City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.